Summary
The pilot reported that during the take-off run he became apprehensive about the runway distance remaining. The take-off was abandoned but the aircraft collided with a fence.
The pilot said that the runway surface was covered with small pebbles which appeared to reduce the braking efficiency. He steered the aircraft to the right to avoid a fence. The aircraft was almost stationary when it struck the fence.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199401989 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 23/07/1994 |
| Location | Mount Windsor Station |
| State | Queensland |
| Report release date | 15/02/1995 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Runway excursion |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Cessna Aircraft Company |
|---|---|
| Model | 172P |
| Registration | VH-BFQ |
| Sector | Piston |
| Operation type | Aerial Work |
| Departure point | Mount Windsor QLD |
| Destination | Mount Windsor QLD |
| Damage | Substantial |